Redskins Have ‘Tunnel Vision’ For Victory

With the Chicago Bears’ victory over the Detroit Lions this afternoon, the Redskins now need to win tonight for the NFC East title, in order to make the playoffs.

With the Chicago Bears’ victory over the Detroit Lions in the 1 p.m. game this afternoon, the Redskins now need to win Sunday for the NFC East title, in order to make the playoffs.

This must-win scenario is standard operating procedure for the Redskins, winners of six-straight to make it to the doorstep of the playoffs.

“We’re comfortable like this,” said nose tackle Barry Cofield on the Redskins’ must-win scenario. “The leadership has been great, and a lot of the young guys—who would normally hit a rookie wall—they’ve busted right through it if there was one.

“It’s a group effort. Guys are on the same page, fighting toward one common goal. Special things can happen, and I think that’s what we’re seeing.”